Super agent and Adele’s partner Rich Paul – who looks after LeBron James and Jalen Hurts – moves into MLB with Rafael Devers, Devin Williams and Andres Gimenez among Klutch’s new clients
Klutch Sports Group, the agency founded by Rich Paul and which represents players such as LeBron James and Jalen Hurts, will now also look after big names in baseball.
According to ESPN, Klutch acquired Rep 1, which is said to have about 40 MLB players on its roster. They include Red Sox star Rafael Devers, Brewers pitcher Devin Williams and Guardians shortstop Andres Jimenez.
Paul, the partner of pop star Adele, founded Klutch more than a decade ago. Now he is considered one of the most influential agents in sports.
Earlier this year, the agency expanded its client base to include NFL talent through the acquisition of ELITE Athlete Management.
As a result of the move, Klutch added 40 players to its roster, including Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Hurts and teammate DeVonta Smith and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.
Klutch Sports Group, the agency founded by Adele’s partner Rich Paul, has expanded into MLB.
LeBron leads Paul’s roster of NBA stars, which also includes Anthony Davis, Zach LaVine, Fred VanVleet and Draymond Green.
Rep1 CEO Chris Coras is also set to lead Klutch’s new baseball division.
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